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Barrister Steven Barrett joins Liz Truss to explain why he believes Britain’s legal system is broken — and why the problem goes far deeper than bad laws. In this explosive conversation, Barrett argues that Britain now has too many laws, badly written legislation, overmighty regulators, an unaccountable bureaucracy, and a constitutional settlement reshaped by Blair-era reforms. From Ofcom and “due impartiality” to the Human Rights Act, ECHR, EU law, the Lord Chancellor, the Supreme Court, the civil service and the power of unelected officials, this is a forensic discussion about who really governs Britain. Liz and Steven discuss whether Parliament has lost control, why Conservative governments failed to reverse the Blair/Brown settlement, how regulators and quangos wield power, why business leaders are afraid to speak out, and what a future reforming government would need to do to restore democratic accountability. Is Britain suffering from managed decline — or can the system still be fixed? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lucy Connolly joins The Liz Truss Show to discuss her imprisonment, the state of free speech in Britain, two-tier justice, policing, Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham, immigration, the Human Rights Act, protest, the “far right” label, and why she believes ordinary people need to start speaking out. After being jailed over a tweet, Lucy has become one of the most recognisable voices in Britain’s free speech debate. In this interview, she reflects on prison, the courts, the police, media coverage, public support, and her new book, A Tweet Too Far. This is a conversation about more than one case. It is about whether Britain still protects free speech, whether justice is being applied equally, and whether the silent majority is prepared to push back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Liz Truss is joined by Australian Senator Bridget McKenzie for a powerful conversation on the crisis facing Britain, Australia and the wider Anglosphere. Bridget argues that Australia is now facing many of the same problems Britain has already experienced: soaring government debt, mass migration, institutional capture, net zero policies imposed on rural communities, attacks on free speech, and a political class increasingly detached from ordinary people. They discuss Anthony Albanese’s government, the rise of anti-establishment politics, the future of the right, the impact of net zero on farmers, the importance of Western civilisation, and why family, community and national heritage must become central to the conservative fightback. Is Australia following Britain into decline — or are both countries finally waking up? Subscribe for more conversations on freedom, democracy, conservatism and the future of the West. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Britain is facing growing concerns over antisemitism, immigration, free speech and the future of Western civilisation. In this episode of The Liz Truss Show, Liz Truss is joined by Ariel Whitman, host of The Western Spirit, to discuss why many Jewish people increasingly feel unsafe in Britain, the cultural impact of mass immigration, the relationship between Britain and Israel, and the wider challenges facing Western democracies. The conversation explores: • Rising antisemitism across Britain • Why some British Jews feel safer living in Israel • Immigration and cultural integration • The future of Western values • The role of politicians and public institutions • The BBC and media bias • Government surveillance and freedom of speech • Identity politics • The decline of national confidence • Why conservatives need stronger institutions • Alternative media and political engagement Liz Truss and Ariel Whitman examine whether Britain is undergoing a deeper cultural transformation and what must change if the country is to restore confidence, security and freedom. Subscribe for more interviews on politics, economics, free markets and the future of Britain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Richard Werner joins Liz Truss to explain the origins of quantitative easing, why he created the concept, and how central banks transformed it into something very different. Drawing on his experience as Chief Economist in Japan during the country's asset bubble and crash, Werner explains how banks create money, why property booms occur, what causes inflation, and why many governments misunderstand how economies really function. The discussion covers Japan's lost decades, Britain's housing market, banking reform, central bank policy, economic growth, inflation, credit creation, and the future of Western economies. If you want to understand how money is created, why house prices keep rising, and why economic crises seem to repeat themselves, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Topics Covered: Quantitative Easing (QE) How banks create money Inflation and monetary policy Britain's housing market Japan's economic crash Asset bubbles Central banking Economic growth Credit creation Banking reform Follow Liz Truss Subscribe for interviews, analysis and discussion on politics, economics, free markets, international affairs and the future of Britain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Liz Truss sits down with Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) to discuss the rapidly evolving situation in Iran, the future of the Iranian regime, Israel's security concerns, and Donald Trump's controversial memorandum of understanding with Tehran. Has the West secured peace, or handed Iran billions of dollars that could strengthen its military, nuclear ambitions and regional proxies? Jonathan Schanzer explains why many national security experts are deeply concerned about the agreement, what it means for Israel, whether Iran can be trusted to honour its commitments, and whether the Iranian people could eventually challenge the regime from within. The discussion also explores the role of China and Russia, the future of the Middle East, the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear proliferation, and the geopolitical consequences of any deal between Washington and Tehran. Topics Covered: Donald Trump's Iran policy Iran nuclear programme Israel and Middle East security The Iranian regime Strait of Hormuz crisis Hezbollah and Iranian proxies US foreign policy China, Russia and Iran Iranian opposition movement Geopolitics and global security Subscribe for more interviews, analysis and political debate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Veteran broadcaster Jeremy Kyle joins Liz Truss for a candid conversation about the future of Britain, the collapse of trust in politics, free speech, immigration, woke institutions, media culture and why he believes the silent majority has finally had enough. Jeremy reflects on his own cancellation from television, discusses the rise of populist movements across Europe and Argentina, and explains why he believes Britain's political establishment is facing a reckoning. The discussion also covers Keir Starmer's leadership, political authenticity, the future of Reform UK, the role of the media, policing, and whether Britain is approaching a defining moment in its history. Topics Covered: Jeremy Kyle on Britain's decline Keir Starmer and Labour Reform UK and political realignment Immigration and public opinion Free speech and censorship Woke institutions and public trust The future of British politics Why the silent majority is pushing back Media bias and establishment narratives The fight for Britain's future Subscribe for more interviews, analysis and debate from Liz Truss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Political commentator June Slater joins the show to discuss the crucial Makerfield by-election, where Reform UK is hoping to build on recent electoral successes and challenge Labour in one of its traditional strongholds. Drawing on her experience campaigning on the ground, June shares what voters are telling her, the popularity of Reform candidate Robert Lomas, Labour's campaign strategy, and why Andy Burnham's political future could be tied to the result. The conversation explores Labour's declining support, Reform UK's growing presence across northern communities, voter frustration with the political establishment, immigration, local government performance, and what the outcome could mean for Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham, Nigel Farage, and the next General Election. Is Makerfield a warning sign for Labour? Can Reform convert local momentum into parliamentary success? And could Andy Burnham emerge as Labour's future leader? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Cabinet Minister and Brexit campaigner Steve Baker joins Liz Truss to discuss Britain's economic stagnation, the growing power of unelected institutions, the influence of progressive ideology throughout public life, and why freedom is becoming harder to defend. In this wide-ranging interview, Steve Baker explains why living standards have stalled, how Britain's governing class became detached from ordinary voters, the power of the Treasury and the Bank of England, and what must change if the country is to recover. The conversation covers economic freedom, accountability, government reform, cultural change, public institutions, and the future of conservatism in Britain. Topics: Britain's economic decline The Bank of England and accountability Treasury power and government reform Woke ideology and public institutions DEI and equal treatment under the law Immigration and national identity Freedom and free markets The future of Conservatism Britain's governing elite Liz Truss and Steve Baker Subscribe for more interviews, analysis and commentary from the Liz Truss Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Liz Truss sits down with Brian Welker, Board Member of Turning Point USA, to discuss whether Britain can still be saved. From mass migration and economic stagnation to bureaucratic power and political disengagement, Brian explains how Turning Point USA helped build one of the most influential conservative movements in America and what lessons Britain can learn. They discuss Charlie Kirk's legacy, grassroots activism, the rise of populist politics, the battle against progressive ideology, and why ordinary people must become involved if they want to change the future of their country. Can Britain build its own movement? Can Western civilisation be renewed? And what happens if people remain silent? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Liz Truss speaks to Will Kingston about the shocking events in Belfast, the public reaction, mass immigration, policing, free speech and why so many people feel Britain's political establishment no longer understands their concerns. Why are tensions rising across the UK? Has public trust in politicians collapsed? And what role do immigration, crime, censorship and political accountability play in the growing anger being seen across Britain? Liz and Will discuss the Belfast unrest, Nigel Farage's comments, Reform UK, Labour's response, the future of free speech, and whether Britain's governing class is ignoring the warning signs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following the tragic death of Henry Nowak, Liz speaks with former Scotland Yard Detective Chief Inspector Mike Neville about the state of policing in Britain. The discussion examines the police response to the Henry Novak case, concerns about race-based policing policies, diversity initiatives within public institutions, stop-and-search, political influence on policing, police leadership, accountability, and wider questions about the future of law enforcement in the UK. Neville also reflects on his own experience in the Metropolitan Police, the legacy of policing reforms over recent decades, and what changes he believes would be needed to restore public confidence. Topics Covered: Henry Nowak case Police decision-making Two-tier policing debate Race Action Plans Stop and search Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Metropolitan Police Scotland Yard Police accountability Criminal justice reform Reform UK Crime and public safety British politics UK policing Subscribe for more interviews, analysis and debate with Liz Truss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former MP Ian Paisley Jr. joins Liz Truss to discuss the state of modern Britain, the public reaction to the death of Henry Nowak, policing, political leadership, Brexit, bureaucracy, the civil service, free speech, Christianity, media bias, and the growing disconnect between the political establishment and ordinary voters. Paisley argues that Britain's institutions have become increasingly detached from public opinion and warns that leadership, accountability and democratic control must be restored if confidence in government is to be rebuilt. Topics Covered: The public response to the death of Henry Novak Trust in policing and criminal justice Brexit and the political establishment The growth of bureaucracy and unelected power Civil service influence on government policy Free speech and Christianity in Britain Media bias and public trust The future of British democracy Leadership, accountability and national identity SEO Keywords See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Prime Minister Liz Truss sits down with political commentator and influencer Joey Mannarino in Brussels to discuss the rise of bureaucracy, the power of unelected institutions, and the growing influence of what many critics call the "deep state." They examine the role of the European Union, Britain's civil service, and Washington's permanent bureaucracy, while debating whether elected governments are losing control to international organisations, regulators and unelected officials. The conversation also covers Donald Trump's second term, immigration, free speech, the future of conservatism, the European Union, the ECHR, and what the political right must do to regain power. Topics include: The Brussels bureaucracy and EU institutions Donald Trump and the American deep state Free speech and political censorship Britain's civil service and the "blob" Immigration and border control The ECHR and national sovereignty Why conservatives struggle to reform government The future of the political right in Britain and Europe The role of media, NGOs and international organisations Subscribe for more interviews, analysis and debate from The Liz Truss Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

George Simion, presidential candidate in Romania and Vice President of the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR), joins The Liz Truss Show to discuss Romania's controversial presidential election, the future of democracy in Europe, free speech, immigration, the European Union, and the growing influence of what many conservatives describe as the political "establishment" or "blob." Simion explains his perspective on the cancellation of Romania's 2024 presidential election, the subsequent political fallout, and why he believes patriotic and conservative movements across Europe must work together. The discussion also covers CPAC UK, the future of European conservatism, migration, national sovereignty, economic competitiveness, and the political direction of Western Europe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.